This game has been rated ESRB MATURE 17+.

This game is rated PEGI 18 for depictions of violence towards vulnerable human-like characters, and use of sexual expletives. This game contains depictions of violence towards vulnerable human-like characters. Throughout the game you see the father get drunk and become physically and verbally abusive towards his son. Most of the physical violence is implied, such as the bruises which are visible on Chris’ arm. However, there is a pertinent scene in which the father aggressively grabs hold of his son's arm and shoves him away while shouting abuse towards him. This game also contains the use of sexual expletives. The word “*!@?*” and its derivatives can be found throughout. This game also contains a section where the player has an option to steal and smoke one of Chris’ father's cigarettes.

This game offers players the opportunity to purchase in-game items in the form of an upsell link to purchase Life is Strange 2 which some parents or carers may want to be aware of. Parents, carers or other responsible adults should check to see what is being offered before making any purchase on behalf of a child. It should be noted that the game can still be played without the need to purchase such items.

System Settings

Windows has extensive accessibility features. Some, like colour correction, work with games. Lots of accessibility software can be used with PC games, from voice recognition to input device emulators. PlayStation 4 has a range of accessibility settings. Some are system only, some work in games (invert colours and button mapping). Xbox One has a system features, the excellent co-pilot share controls mode and adaptive controller support for all games... read more about system accessibility settings.